Qualitative Research Scientist
Job ID: 7670385
Position Title: Qualitative Research Scientist
Sector: Nonprofit
Company Name: Child Trends
Field of Interest: Research and Evaluation Methods
Location(s): Washington, Dist. Columbia, 20008, United States
Degree Desired: Doctorate
Apply URL: https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=551076
Job Description
General Description:
Child Trends has an opening for a Qualitative Research Scientist responsible for conducting qualitative research projects on reproductive health (e.g., adolescent and young adult sexual activity; contraceptive behaviors and decision-making; pregnancy; childbearing intentions; etc.) and minority families (e.g., union formation and stability) in collaboration with senior staff members. Additional projects include the development of measures of family-provider relationship quality, child care and positive youth development. The scientist will lead the development of qualitative protocols; oversee and participate in data collection activities; and lead the analysis and writing of results.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities:
* Works independently and conducts all phases of qualitative research including protocol development; sample design and management; design and implementation of recruitment and field procedures; data collection; analysis and synthesis of data, etc.
* Develops research design.
* Analyze and interpret data and identify patterns from data collected through qualitative interviews, cognitive interviews, focus groups, or surveys.
* Prepares reports and presentations and assists in writing manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications.
* Takes a lead role in proposal development.
* Lead interviews, moderates focus groups, conducts cognitive interviews,
* Supervises and trains junior staff in data collection activities and analysis
* Oversees and develops quality control procedures.
* Serves as a project director, supervising junior staff and overseeing day-to-day logistics.
* Develop IRB materials and oversee data security and confidentiality procedures.
* Some travel required.
Job Requirements
Qualifications:
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A combination of qualitative and analytical skills, relevant substantive and conceptual knowledge, social policy research experience, and experience with proposal writing and fundraising is required.
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Strong writing skills are needed.
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Proficiency with qualitative data analysis techniques and software packages is required.
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The position requires Ph.D.-level knowledge and one to two years of post-doctoral job experience.
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Applicants with masters’ degrees or other relevant degrees will be considered, but additional experience will be expected.
How to Apply:
Please upload your resume with a cover letter, salary requirements, transcripts, writing sample, and list of three professional references at https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=551076
referencing “Qualitative Research Scientist” in the cover letter. NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE!
Apply URL: https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=551076
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